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(CMKR)

cMKR is a Compound balance token, specifically designed to represent a lending position of MKR tokens on the Compound Finance protocol. When users deposit their MKR into Compound to earn interest, they receive cMKR tokens in return. These cMKR tokens essentially act as a receipt, signifying ownership of the underlying MKR principal plus any accrued interest from the lending activity within the Compound ecosystem.

The relationship between cMKR and MKR is direct and fundamental. cMKR serves as a tokenized representation of MKR that has been supplied to the Compound Finance lending protocol. When MKR is deposited, cMKR is minted and given to the depositor. As the deposited MKR earns interest, the value of the cMKR token in relation to MKR continuously increases, allowing holders to redeem more MKR than they initially deposited over time.

cMKR is classified as a token, rather than a standalone cryptocurrency. It operates on the Ethereum blockchain, adhering to the ERC-20 token standard. This means cMKR leverages Ethereum's existing infrastructure for security and transaction processing, functioning within its ecosystem as a specific type of asset that represents a claim on another underlying asset (MKR) within a decentralized finance protocol.

The official Ethereum smart contract address for cMKR is 0x95b4ef2869ebd94beb4eee400a99824bf5dc325b. This unique identifier is crucial for interacting with the cMKR token on the blockchain, verifying its authenticity, and performing operations such as adding it to a compatible cryptocurrency wallet or checking its balance on a block explorer.

To add cMKR to your MetaMask wallet, first ensure your wallet is connected to the Ethereum Mainnet. Navigate to the 'Tokens' tab and click on 'Import tokens' or 'Add Custom Token.' You will then need to paste the cMKR smart contract address, which is 0x95b4ef2869ebd94beb4eee400a99824bf5dc325b, into the 'Token Contract Address' field. MetaMask should automatically populate the token symbol (cMKR) and decimal places. Finally, click 'Add Custom Token' and then 'Import Tokens' to make cMKR visible in your wallet.

Holding cMKR directly generates benefits by representing an interest-earning position. When MKR tokens are supplied to Compound Finance for lending, cMKR tokens are issued in exchange. These cMKR tokens are designed to accrue interest continuously, reflecting the yield earned from the underlying MKR being lent out. Therefore, simply holding cMKR in your wallet allows you to passively earn yield on your deposited MKR, as its redeemable value in terms of MKR increases over time.